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CAMA Services Responds to Devastation from Hurricane Dorian

The Alliance sets its sights on helping the Bahamas.

On Sunday, September 1, Hurricane Dorian hit the northern islands of the Bahamas as a category five storm and lingered for 40 hours, according to the Washington Post. Seven people have been found dead and many homes and businesses have been destroyed.

The extent of the damage is still being assessed, but CAMA Services is preparing to begin recovery efforts Wednesday, September 4, in partnership with The Alliance Southeast District and Chapel on the Hill, an Alliance congregation in Nassau, Bahamas.

Nathan Wells, the pastor’s son and fellow church leader, writes:

“The Bahamas has gone through the worst storm in our history. It’s worse than what you see on the news. In the next few days we will know the exact body count. Many residential settlements are completely destroyed. Families have nowhere to go.

“There has been an overwhelming show of support from surrounding countries including the United States. At the church we have a few members who have experienced loss due to flooding. Our roof has sprung many leaks that have been exposed even more due to the feeder bands (thunderstorms caused by hurricanes) that Nassau experienced.

“Overall the recovery road ahead will be very long. We will officially begin the recovery and restoration effects today since the all clear has been given. Mentally, spiritually people are in a weird place. Pray especially for the children because this will have an effect on them!”

Join with us in prayer for all those who have lost homes and loved ones due to this devastating storm. Pray also for those who may yet be affected, especially in the Carolinas where a storm surge is expected to occur later this week. If you would like to support the relief efforts, please give to CAMA Services.